Eid greetings to all

The day comes to remind us that in the eyes of the Almighty everyone is equal and Muslims have to uphold this message of Islam through practice. Therefore, we have to share this message and take fresh vow to build a just society on the basis of the principles of equity and equality.

Eid-ul-Fitr this year is being celebrated in Bangladesh with some dark clouds hovering over the nation as it remains splintered on certain political issues of importance. Despite calls for applying utmost wisdom in solving the problems so that the people may look forward to a free and fair election, obstinacy and short-sightedness among politicians keep widening the gap between them and the people.

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However, the silver lining in the dark cloud came in the form of the Nobel Peace Prize that Dr. Muhammad Yunus and Grameen Bank received this year. This particular achievement came as a light at the end of the tunnel to elevate our spirit to a new height. The nation celebrated the news that came in the month of Ramadan as an auspicious gift. This addition to the nation's laurels will make this year's Eid more enjoyable to Bangladeshis.

However, the nation has to take further steps to eradicate poverty that has pervaded the lives of millions in the country. The joy of Eid will become profounder and more intense when everyone in the country will be able to reach a respectable level of living.

We wish our readers a very enjoyable Eid. Let us share the happiness of the day with everyone in society.